July 21st, 2005 issue #0429

PHOTOS BY JEN FARIELLO
What if you were really wealthy– catered to, coddled, spared many of life's little miseries simply because you could afford to have someone else do what you'd rather not.
Alas, you're not wealthy at all.
The good news is you don't have to be rich to get companies to come to you. While most doctors have given up house calls, many businesses are just getting started offering in-home services. Recently, at least seven Charlottesville businesses have sprung up– and they're heading in your direction.